For many years we have been representing Vin Divino's Italian portfolio, and are pleased to announce that the Austrian side of their business is now in the Quality Fine Wine book!The fact that premium wines from Austria now enjoy a welcome place on the shelves and wine lists of U.S. buyers is attributable in no small measure to the pioneering efforts of Vin Divino. This forward-thinking importer focused attention on the beauty of Gruner Veltiner, Blaufrankisch, Zweigelt and Austrian Riesling long before most sommeliers even knew that Austria produced fine wines. Fast forward twenty years later, and it's impossible to go into a wine store and not find an Austrian wine.
We will kick off the arrival of the Vin Divino Austrian portfolio tomorrow at our Quality Wine School. The topic for this class - fittingly enough - is "The Wines of Austria". Teaching this class will be Master Sommelier Damon Ornowski. Damon will lead attendees through the history and geography of Austrian winemaking, and sample us on a number of these newly-arrived vinous treasures. Special introductory pricing on all of these wines will be available through the end of May.
The initial shipment of Vin Divino Austrians include wines from the following producers:
DOMAIN WACHAU - Situated on an historic property on the north bank of the Danube, Domaine Wachau is the country's leading fine wine cooperative. A unique and longstanding relationship exists between the winery and approximately 250 growers, allowing this producer to craft incredible wines that are amazing values.
FRANZ HIRTZBERGER - Situated in a 600 year old house at the base of the famed Singerriedl vineyard, in the western part of the region, Franz Hirtzberger is a master of balancing the full properties of the fruit with the nuances of the terroir. By closely managing his vineyards and using natural yeasts he produces Federspiel and Smaragd Gruner Veltliners and Rieslings that will raise your eyebrows and make you smile.
KRACHER - Internationally recognized as one of the world's greatest producers of late-harvest wines, to taste a Kracher wine is to find intensity and sublimity in one bottle. The third generation of a legendary winery is in place as Gerhard Kracher continues the magic of his father and grandfather before him. Capitalizing on the unique microclimates bordering the large and very windy Lake Neusiedlersee, Kracher practically lives in the vineyards.
ZANTHO - Known for their mastery of Burgenland’s great red grapes, Zweigelt, Blaufrankish and St Laurent, Zantho brings forward the intensity of the fruit in their wines. Under the watchful eye of renowned vintner, Josef Umathum, every step of the winemaking process, beginning with the reception of the grapes, is recorded so that every wine can be traced from the rootstock to the bottle. This meticulous approach results in wines that represent tremendous value and wonderful wine discoveries for consumers. Zantho takes its name from the indigenous lizard that lives in the vineyards and graces the labels.
We welcome the opportunity to introduce you to these wondrous wines!
The initial shipment of Vin Divino Austrians include wines from the following producers:
DOMAIN WACHAU - Situated on an historic property on the north bank of the Danube, Domaine Wachau is the country's leading fine wine cooperative. A unique and longstanding relationship exists between the winery and approximately 250 growers, allowing this producer to craft incredible wines that are amazing values.
FRANZ HIRTZBERGER - Situated in a 600 year old house at the base of the famed Singerriedl vineyard, in the western part of the region, Franz Hirtzberger is a master of balancing the full properties of the fruit with the nuances of the terroir. By closely managing his vineyards and using natural yeasts he produces Federspiel and Smaragd Gruner Veltliners and Rieslings that will raise your eyebrows and make you smile.
KRACHER - Internationally recognized as one of the world's greatest producers of late-harvest wines, to taste a Kracher wine is to find intensity and sublimity in one bottle. The third generation of a legendary winery is in place as Gerhard Kracher continues the magic of his father and grandfather before him. Capitalizing on the unique microclimates bordering the large and very windy Lake Neusiedlersee, Kracher practically lives in the vineyards.
ZANTHO - Known for their mastery of Burgenland’s great red grapes, Zweigelt, Blaufrankish and St Laurent, Zantho brings forward the intensity of the fruit in their wines. Under the watchful eye of renowned vintner, Josef Umathum, every step of the winemaking process, beginning with the reception of the grapes, is recorded so that every wine can be traced from the rootstock to the bottle. This meticulous approach results in wines that represent tremendous value and wonderful wine discoveries for consumers. Zantho takes its name from the indigenous lizard that lives in the vineyards and graces the labels.
We welcome the opportunity to introduce you to these wondrous wines!
This is one of the most informative information I've read. It really helps a lot. Thanks for sharing this and teaching some of your Idea's. Austria is becoming an increasingly important wine-producing country in central Europe with an annual production of about 30 million cases, 30% more than Germany. Wine of the Month Club
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